Arsenal star Leandro Trossard and his wife, Laura Hilven, have announced that they have separated after nearly 13 years together.
Laura confirmed the news in a statement shared on Instagram on Tuesday evening, explaining that the couple had been living apart for some time and had chosen to keep the matter private while they worked through the decision.
It came just days after reports had suggested that their time together was over.
"With deep love, care, and respect for one another, we have made the incredibly difficult decision to separate amicably," she wrote.
"This was not a choice made lightly. In fact we have been separated for some time now, and during that period we have taken the space and time needed to navigate this privately and thoughtfully.
"Our decision comes from a place of mutual understanding and a shared desire to create the healthiest and happiest future for everyone involved.
Arsenal star Leandro Trossard and his wife, Laura Hilven, have announced that they have separated after nearly 13 years together
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"Most importantly, we are and always will be devoted parents to our two beautiful children.
"We kindly ask for compassion, understanding, and privacy during this deeply personal transition."
Laura Hilven spotted watching Leandro Trossard play for Belgium at the 2024 European Championships
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The couple married in June 2019 and have two children together, the first born in 2017 and the second in 2023.
They had been together throughout much of Trossard's professional career, supporting one another as the Belgian rose to prominence in European football.
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Five facts about the Premier League | PA/GETTY/REUTERS/GBNEWSAfter making his name at KRC Genk, Trossard moved to Brighton in 2019 before securing a £27million transfer to Arsenal in January 2023.
Since arriving in north London, the 30-year-old has become an important figure for Mikel Arteta's side, scoring 36 goals in 172 appearances.
Trossard was Arsenal's match-winner on Sunday, netting the decisive goal in a 1-0 victory over that strengthened the club's hopes of winning a first Premier League title since 2004.
The Gunners return to action on Monday night when they host Burnley at the Emirates Stadium.
Leandro Trossard scored late for Arsenal to beat West Ham on Sunday | GETTYThe title race is, however, far from over.
Arsenal must win their final two league games to make sure they're crowned champions, with Manchester City continuing their own pursuit of glory with a 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Wednesday night.